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REAR SCREEN WASH/WIPE
1
2
Activating/deactivating the rear
screen wiper (depending on the vehi-
cle)
If your vehicle is fitted with a vehicle
settings customisation menu, it is pro-
grammed to activate the rear wipers
when reverse gear is selected (if the
windscreen wipers are on). You can
choose to activate or deactivate the
function. To do this, please refer to
“Vehicle settings customisation menu”
in Section 1, regarding the “Auto rear
wipe with reverse gear” function.
= function activated;
< function deactivated.
pRear screen wash/wipe
With the ignition on, push the
stalk.
A
Check the condition of the wiper
blades. You are responsible for their
service life:
– they must remain clean: clean the blades, windscreen and
rear screen regularly with soapy
water;
– do not use them when the wind- screen or rear screen are dry;
– free them from the windscreen or rear screen when they have not
been used for a long time.
In all cases, replace them as soon
as they begin to lose efficiency: ap-
proximately once a year.
Before using the rear wiper, check
that no object obstructs the travel of
the blade.
Do not use the wiper arm to open or
close the tailgate.
YRear screen wiperWith the ignition on, turn ring A
on stalk 1 to align the symbol with
mark 2 then release it.
To stop the operation, pivot ring A
again.
Wiping frequency varies with vehicle
speed.
Before any action involving the windscreen (washing the vehicle, deicin\ g,
cleaning the windscreen, etc.) return stalk 1 to position A (park).
Risk of injury and/or damage.

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FUEL TANK (1/3)
Useable fuel tank capacity:
60 litres approximately.
With the vehicle unlocked, to open the
compartment B, place your finger into
the recess C.
Valve A is integrated into the filler pipe.
For details on filling the fuel tank, refer
to the information on “Filling with fuel”.
To close it, press on the fuel filler flap by
hand, as far as it will go.
Fuel grade
Use a high-grade fuel that complies
with the legislation in force in each
country and which must conform to
the specifications given on the label on
cover B. Please refer to the information
on “Engine specifications” in Section 6.
Diesel versions
It is essential to use diesel fuel that
conforms with the information given on
the label inside cover B.
Petrol versions
It is essential to use unleaded petrol.
The octane rating (RON) must conform
to the specifications on the label inside
fuel filler flap B. Refer to the information
on “Engine specifications” in Section 6.
Never press valve A with your fingers.
Do not wash the filler area with a high-pressure washer.
B
CA
Vehicles running on ethanol-
based fuel
It is essential to use unleaded petrol or
fuel containing a maximum of 85% eth-
anol (E85).
In very cold conditions, it may be very
difficult or even impossible to start the
engine. To avoid this problem, use un-
leaded petrol or, on equipped vehicles,
use the heater integrated in the engine:
connect the special end of the exten-
sion piece supplied into the socket in-
tegrated into the radiator grille and the
other end into a 220V socket for at least
6 hours before starting.
Note: you may notice an increase in
fuel consumption with this type of fuel.
Do not mix even small
amounts of petrol (un-
leaded or E85) with diesel.
Do not use ethanol-based
fuel if your vehicle is not compatible
with this fuel.
Do not add additive to the fuel –
otherwise you risk damaging the
engine.

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FUEL TANK (2/3)
Filling with fuel
With the ignition off, insert the nozzle to
open valve A and insert it fully before
turning it on to fill the fuel tank (risk of
splashing).
Keep the nozzle in this position through-
out the entire filling operation.
When the pump cuts out automatically
at the end of the filling procedure, a
maximum of two further filling attempts
may be made, as there must be suffi-
cient space in the fuel tank to allow for
expansion.
Make sure that no water enters the fuel
tank during filling. The valve A and its
surround must remain clean.
Petrol versions
Using leaded petrol will damage the
antipollution system and may lead to a
loss of warranty.
To ensure that the fuel tank is not filled
with leaded petrol, the fuel tank filler
neck contains a restrictor fitted with a
foolproof system which only allows
the nozzle for unleaded petrol to be
used (at the pump).
Persistent smell of
fuel
If you notice a persistent
smell of fuel you should:
– stop the vehicle as soon as traf- fic conditions allow and switch off
the ignition;
– switch on the hazard warning lights and ask your passengers
to leave the vehicle and to keep
away from traffic;
– contact an approved Dealer.
Vehicle fitted with the Stop and
Start function
To fill up with fuel, the engine must
be stopped (and not on standby):
stop the engine by pressing the
engine stop button 1 (please refer
to the information on “Starting and
Stopping the engine” in Section 2).
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Running out of fuel on diesel
versions
Vehicles with priming bulb 2
After a breakdown caused by com-
pletely running out of fuel, the system
must be reprimed before the engine is
restarted:
Fill the tank with at least 8 litres of
diesel fuel.
Press priming bulb 2 several times.
The engine can now be restarted.
If the engine does not start after several
attempts, contact an approved Dealer.
No modifications what-
soever are permitted on
any part of the fuel supply
system (electronic units,
wiring, fuel circuit, injectors, pro-
tective covers, etc.) as this may be
dangerous (unless undertaken by
qualified Network personnel).
2
FUEL TANK (3/3)
Vehicles without priming bulb 2
Insert the RENAULT card into the card
reader. Press the button without press-
ing any of the pedals. Wait a few min-
utes before starting. This will enable the
fuel circuit to be primed. If the engine
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RUNNING IN
Petrol version
For the first 600 miles (1,000 km), do
not exceed 78 mph (130 km/h) in the
highest gear, or 3,000 to 3,500 rpm.
You may only expect top performance
from your vehicle after approximately
1,800 miles (3,000 km) .
Service intervals: refer to the
Maintenance Document for your vehi-
cle.
Diesel version
For the first 1,000 miles (1,500 km),
do not exceed 80 mph (130 km/h) in
the highest gear, or 2,500 rpm. After
completing this mileage you may drive
faster, although you may only expect
top performance after approximately
3,600 miles (6,000 km).
During the running in period, do not ac-
celerate hard while the engine is still
cold and do not let the engine over-rev.
Service intervals: refer to the
Maintenance Document for your vehi-
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STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE (1/3)
Remote control RENAULT
card
When you get into the vehicle, insert the
RENAULT card fully into card reader 2.
To start, press button 1. If a gear is en-
gaged, depress the clutch pedal to start
the vehicle.
RENAULT “hands-free” card
The RENAULT card must be inserted
in card reader 2 or in detection zone 3.
To start, depress the brake or clutch
pedal and press button 1. If a gear
is engaged, the vehicle may only be
started by depressing the clutch pedal.
Starting the vehicle
– For vehicles with automatic gear- boxes, set the lever to position P;
– if one of the starting conditions is not met, the message “Press brake
+ START”, “Press clutch + START”
or “Select park” is displayed on the
instrument panel.
– In some cases, you have to move the steering wheel while pressing
the start button 1 to help release the
steering column; the message “Turn
steering wheel + START” warns you.
“Hands-free” starting with
the tailgate open
In this case, the RENAULT card must
not be located in the luggage compart-
ment.
Special note: if starting the engine
when the outdoor temperature is very
low (below - 10 ° C): hold down the
clutch pedal until the engine starts.
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For other functions:
– vehicles with remote control
RENAULT card, insert the card into
reader 2;
– vehicles with a RENAULT “hands-
free” card, with the card in the pas-
senger compartment or inserted in
the card reader 2, press button 1
without depressing the pedals.
Note: if there is a card in the reader,
pressing button 1 starts the engine.
STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE (2/3)
Accessories function(switching on the ignition)
Once you have gained access to your
vehicle, you may use some of its func-
tions (radio, navigation, wipers, etc.).
Operating faults
In certain cases, the RENAULT “hands-
free” card may not work:
– when the RENAULT card battery is
drained, flat battery, etc.
– near to appliances operating on the same frequency as the card (moni-
tor, mobile phone, video game, etc.);
– vehicle located in a high electromag- netic radiation zone.
The message “Please insert keycard”
appears on the instrument panel.
Insert the RENAULT card fully into card
reader 2.
1
2
Driver’s responsibility
Never leave an animal, child or adult who is not self-sufficient alone in
your vehicle, even for a short time.
They may pose a risk to themselves or to others by starting the engine, \ activating
equipment such as the electric windows or locking the doors, for example\ .
Also, in hot and/or sunny weather, please remember that the temperature inside
the passenger compartment increases very quickly.
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STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE (3/3)
Special note
If the card is no longer in the reader
when you try to switch the engine off,
the message “No keycard Press and
hold” will appear on the instrument
panel: press the button 1 for longer
than two seconds.
RENAULT hands-free cardWith the card in the vehicle, press
button 1: the engine will stop. The steer-
ing column is locked when the driver’s
door is opened or the vehicle is locked.
If the card is no longer in the pas-
senger compartment when you try to
switch the engine off, the message “No
keycard Press and hold” appears on
the instrument panel: press button 1
for longer than two seconds. With the
engine switched off, any accessories
being used (radio, etc.) will continue to
function for approximately 10 minutes.
When the driver’s door is opened, the
accessories stop working.
Conditions for stopping the
engine
The vehicle must stationary, with the
lever positioned in N or P for vehicles
with an automatic transmission.
Remote control RENAULT
card
With the card in reader 2, press
button 1: the engine will stop. Removing
the card from the reader locks the steer-
ing column.
When you leave your vehicle, especially if you have your RENAULT card
with you, check that the engine is completely switched off.
1
2
Driver’s responsibility
Never leave an animal,
child or adult who is not
self-sufficient alone in your
vehicle, even for a short time.
They may pose a risk to themselves
or to others by starting the engine,
activating equipment such as the
electric windows or locking the
doors, for example.
Also, in hot and/or sunny weather,
please remember that the tempera-
ture inside the passenger compart-
ment increases very quickly.
RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS
INJURY.
Never switch off the ignition before
the vehicle has stopped completely.
Once the engine has stopped, the
brake servo, power-assisted steer-
ing, etc. and the passive safety de-
vices such as airbags and preten-
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Preventing the engine from
standing by
In certain situations, such as negotiat-
ing a crossroads for instance, it is pos-
sible to keep the engine running so as
to be ready to move off quickly.
Manual gearbox:
Keep the clutch pedal pressed right
down.
FUNCTION STOP AND START (1/3)
For all vehicles:
The warning light
on the instru-
ment panel remains lit when the engine
is on standby.
The vehicle equipment remain opera-
tional while the engine is stopped.
If the engine stalls while the system
is in operation, pressing the clutch
pedal right down will start it again.
Engine on standby - braking
assistance is no longer ope-
rational.
Before getting out of the
vehicle, you must switch
off the ignition by pressing
the engine stop (please see
“Starting, stopping the engine”).
Keep your vehicle station-
ary when the engine is
on standby (shown by the
warning light
on the
instrument panel).
This system enables a reduced fuel
consumption and lower greenhouse
gas emissions. The system is acti-
vated automatically when the vehicle is
started. While driving, the system stops
the engine (standby) when the vehicle
is at a standstill (traffic jam, traffic lights,
etc).
Conditions for engine
standby
The vehicle has set off from where it
was parked;
For vehicles equipped with manual
gearboxes:
– the gearbox is in neutral;
and
– the clutch pedal is released. If the
warning light
flashes, this
means that the clutch pedal is not
sufficiently released;
and
– the vehicle speed is less than ap- proximately 7 mph (3 km/h).
If the engine is put in
standby, the electronic par-
king brake (depending on
the vehicle) is not applied
automatically.